Need advice for new car

1ssa_camaro · 05-20-2021, 11:26 AM

Hey guys, just sold my 2017 1ss auto and I’m looking for some car advice for a new vehicle.

I have a couple options in mind.

-Cadillac CTS V2 sedan
-C6 Z06
-5th Gen Zl1
-Boosted 5.0 Manual

Now I’m not looking to get any of these cars in stock form. I would get the V with simple bolt ons and E since I saw one like this already, a heads cam z06, or a bolt on cammed 5th Gen ZL1. Or the boosted 5.0

The only car that I’m looking to get auto is the cts V sedan since they’re hard to find manual. I’m not looking to downgrade in performance either so which one would you guys recommend? Would the 5th Gen Zl1 be a downgrade or any of these be a downgrade?

I had intake headers and e85 and I was really impressed by the speed of this car. The last thing I wanna do is to go into something slower. Would any of these in stock form lose to my bolt on 6th gen? Lmk on what you guys think about these options. Thanks

LT1ornothing · 05-20-2021, 12:30 PM

I'd consider the Z06 depending on what year, mileage, and how aggressive the heads and cam setup is. Hard pass on the 5th gen ZL1 and boosted 5.0. As for the V, I'd never consider one with an automatic, they become boring quickly as I have heard from previous owners. I'd only take a V if it was manual. Also, not sure if you have purchased a highly modified car before, they can be a gamble.

Spaceme1117 · 05-20-2021, 12:33 PM

C6 Z06 is by far the best choice.

Yang N’ Bang · 05-20-2021, 01:03 PM

Skip the 5th gen for sure, v for a comfortable fast car, c6 zo6 will be the funnest option here but only for a weekend car in my opinion. Buying a used boosted manual 5.0 is just asking for mechanical troubles.

Puddin · 05-20-2021, 01:05 PM

Me personally I wouldn't buy any of them modified but if I had to have one it would probably be the Z06. Now if you had said boosted 10spd 5.0 I'd probably choose that over a Z06.

Callaway SC630 · 05-20-2021, 01:47 PM

You could buy a Dodge. Seems to be a trend.

m6-lt1 · 05-20-2021, 01:50 PM

I still to this day wish I had a c6z. That being said I am done dealing with old car problems. But if I had to pick out of those, C6z for sure. It’s the hardest running NA car outside of anything exotic.

BluinSC · 05-20-2021, 02:05 PM

Honestly I'd choose V2. Or an SS Sedan.

Heads cam Z06 would obviously get you closer to what you're used in terms of performance. But the downgrade in tech a features aren't worth it imo.5th Gen's aren't impressive due to the weight and a nodded mustang is asking for trouble.

Idaho2018GTPremium · 05-20-2021, 02:07 PM

IMO the correct answer is not on your list (maybe due to price?): 6th gen ZL1. But, since that wasn't listed:

C6 Z06 for speed and performance in a weekend fun type car. 505 hp in a <3,200 lbs package is no joke. The lbs/hp ratio isn't that far off a stock 6th gen ZL1. But, it's old and will show its age on the interior - but they still look great from the outside. However, a boosted 2018+ M6 GT 5.0 will be quicker still if done right, and a much better daily. So, it depends on what you want - a weekend cruiser type vehicle, or a daily with a lot of hp?

Ruger2506 · 05-20-2021, 02:30 PM

If I were to drop what I consider "dumb money" I'd look to the Jeep Cherokee Trackhawk. Big HP and a bunch of buddies for a road trip or big HP as a daily driver.

FarmerFran · 05-20-2021, 02:39 PM

Challenger

avalonandl · 05-20-2021, 03:08 PM

CTS V or an ATS V.....

arpad_m · 05-20-2021, 04:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by FarmerFran

Challenger

You're still here, now shilling for Mopar? Tsk-tsk

Gunkk · 05-20-2021, 04:09 PM

Buddy of mine picked up a used ctsv manual several years ago and fixed it up. Was his favorite DD car and I would agree vs the others you list.

For a weekender the z06 wins in my book.

05-20-2021, 11:26 AM	#1
1ssa_camaro Drives: 2017 Camaro 1ss A8 Join Date: Nov 2019 Location: California Posts: 114	Need advice for new car Hey guys, just sold my 2017 1ss auto and I’m looking for some car advice for a new vehicle. I have a couple options in mind. -Cadillac CTS V2 sedan -C6 Z06 -5th Gen Zl1 -Boosted 5.0 Manual Now I’m not looking to get any of these cars in stock form. I would get the V with simple bolt ons and E since I saw one like this already, a heads cam z06, or a bolt on cammed 5th Gen ZL1. Or the boosted 5.0 The only car that I’m looking to get auto is the cts V sedan since they’re hard to find manual. I’m not looking to downgrade in performance either so which one would you guys recommend? Would the 5th Gen Zl1 be a downgrade or any of these be a downgrade? I had intake headers and e85 and I was really impressed by the speed of this car. The last thing I wanna do is to go into something slower. Would any of these in stock form lose to my bolt on 6th gen? Lmk on what you guys think about these options. Thanks

05-20-2021, 01:47 PM	#6
Callaway SC630 Drives: 2020 Callaway Camaro SC630 Join Date: Feb 2020 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 320	You could buy a Dodge. Seems to be a trend. __________________ 2020 Callaway Camaro SC630 - MN6 1SS Satin Steel Gray 2019 Callaway Corvette SC757 - MN7 1LZ Elkhart Lake Blue

05-20-2021, 02:07 PM	#9
Idaho2018GTPremium Drives: 2021 Camaro ZL1 A10 Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Idaho Posts: 1,211	IMO the correct answer is not on your list (maybe due to price?): 6th gen ZL1. But, since that wasn't listed: C6 Z06 for speed and performance in a weekend fun type car. 505 hp in a <3,200 lbs package is no joke. The lbs/hp ratio isn't that far off a stock 6th gen ZL1. But, it's old and will show its age on the interior - but they still look great from the outside. However, a boosted 2018+ M6 GT 5.0 will be quicker still if done right, and a much better daily. So, it depends on what you want - a weekend cruiser type vehicle, or a daily with a lot of hp? __________________ 2021 Camaro ZL1 A10 2022 GR Supra 3.0 Past: 2018 Mustang GT Premium w/ PP1, MR, and A10 2007 MazdaSpeed3 1995 Pontiac Trans Am 1987 Camaro Z28

05-20-2021, 02:30 PM	#10
Ruger2506 Drives: 2012 Camaro 2LT Join Date: Jul 2019 Location: Minnesota Posts: 54	If I were to drop what I consider "dumb money" I'd look to the Jeep Cherokee Trackhawk. Big HP and a bunch of buddies for a road trip or big HP as a daily driver. __________________ 2012 Camaro 2LT Manual Transmission. -JacFab Ported Intake Manifold -JacFab Intake Manifold Spacer -Overkill 80mm Throttle Body -CAI cold air intake -Overkill E85 Kit -Catch Can -Magnaflow Cat-Back exhaust system -Overkill E85 Tune

05-20-2021, 02:39 PM	#11
FarmerFran Drives: 2023 ZL1 Vert M6 "Sharky" Join Date: Mar 2020 Location: Earth Posts: 4,032	Challenger __________________ 2023 Camaro ZL1 Vert TR-6060 Sharkskin "Sharky" Firecracker Red Wrangler Willys, 3.6L eTorque, 850RE 8 speed automatic, 25W Willys package, Technology Group, Convenience Group (aka $600 garage door opener), Cold weather Group, Trailer Tow and HD electric group with AUX switches, 3 piece black freedom top.

05-20-2021, 12:30 PM	#2
LT1ornothing Drives: 2020 LT1 M6 Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: South, the DEEP south Posts: 1,114	I'd consider the Z06 depending on what year, mileage, and how aggressive the heads and cam setup is. Hard pass on the 5th gen ZL1 and boosted 5.0. As for the V, I'd never consider one with an automatic, they become boring quickly as I have heard from previous owners. I'd only take a V if it was manual. Also, not sure if you have purchased a highly modified car before, they can be a gamble.

05-20-2021, 12:33 PM	#3
Spaceme1117 Drives: 2017 Camaro SS, 2011 Corvette GS Join Date: Feb 2019 Location: Erlanger, Kentucky 41018 Posts: 815	C6 Z06 is by far the best choice.

05-20-2021, 01:03 PM	#4
Yang N’ Bang 17’ Hyper Blue 2SS Drives: 17’ Camaro 2SS Join Date: Nov 2018 Location: Phoenix Arizona Posts: 225 View My Garage	Skip the 5th gen for sure, v for a comfortable fast car, c6 zo6 will be the funnest option here but only for a weekend car in my opinion. Buying a used boosted manual 5.0 is just asking for mechanical troubles.

05-20-2021, 01:05 PM	#5
Puddin Drives: 2016 Camaro 2SS Join Date: Apr 2018 Location: Central Texas Posts: 1,011	Me personally I wouldn't buy any of them modified but if I had to have one it would probably be the Z06. Now if you had said boosted 10spd 5.0 I'd probably choose that over a Z06.

05-20-2021, 01:50 PM	#7
m6-lt1 Drives: 2023 Chevrolet Camaro 2SS 1LE Join Date: Jan 2020 Location: Pennsylvania Posts: 1,037	I still to this day wish I had a c6z. That being said I am done dealing with old car problems. But if I had to pick out of those, C6z for sure. It’s the hardest running NA car outside of anything exotic.

05-20-2021, 02:05 PM	#8
BluinSC Drives: BVM 1SS Join Date: Oct 2016 Location: Columbia-Sumter- Florence, SC Posts: 462	Honestly I'd choose V2. Or an SS Sedan. Heads cam Z06 would obviously get you closer to what you're used in terms of performance. But the downgrade in tech a features aren't worth it imo.5th Gen's aren't impressive due to the weight and a nodded mustang is asking for trouble.

05-20-2021, 03:08 PM	#12
avalonandl Drives: 2019 ZL-1 Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Troy, MI & Naples, FL Posts: 2,019	CTS V or an ATS V..... __________________ 2019 ZL-1 Acquired 4/23/21 at 6300 miles. Riverside Blue, A10, PDR. Traded in 2017 2SS with 6M and 32k miles. Continental Extreme Contact Sports. Now has 10,000 miles... 2012 Yukon XL Denali w/ 6.2 AWD

05-20-2021, 04:09 PM	#14
Gunkk Thank you Al Oppenheiser! Drives: Red Hot A10 ZL1 Convertible Join Date: Jun 2017 Location: Sarasota, FL Posts: 4,978 View My Garage	Buddy of mine picked up a used ctsv manual several years ago and fixed it up. Was his favorite DD car and I would agree vs the others you list. For a weekender the z06 wins in my book.

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